Worried about my sheep hunt

[Indyal]

Dunleavy: State to shed virus
Gov. Mike Dunleavy told reporters Tuesday evening the final phase in reopening the state from COVID-19 related closures will go into effect Friday morning.

This means all businesses, churches, libraries, museums, sports and recreational activities may open to 100% capacity Friday at 8 a.m.

https://covid19.alaska.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/05192020-Alaskas-Plan-Forward-Final.pdf

Effective Friday May 22, 2020 Alaska is open for business:

• - All businesses can open
• - All houses of worship can

Good news indeed. But the article does say the 2 week quarantine is still in effect for out of state folks until June 2

 

[Huntlover]

Gov. Dunleavy to lift most coronavirus restrictions on Alaska businesses Friday

Businesses will be able to operate as they did before the pandemic, he said.

www.adn.com

alaska restrictions mostly lifted. June 2nd most likely will lift the 14 day self quarantine.

 

[northwesthunter]

Good news for guys with hunts planned..

 

[buzzy]

Does anyone have confidence that Canada will do anything to lessen restriction before August? Heck some places have had like 5 cases and are still locked down. Pretty crazy with all the removal of restrictions from the US and Europe.

 

[Deerhunter6250]

My guide said Alaska is easing up restrictions in June and my trip for Dalls is still going forward.

 

[Snyd]

Good news indeed. But the article does say the 2 week quarantine is still in effect for out of state folks until June 2

We need to remember. This is NOT law, it's a suggestion, a guideline. It's not like the State has guys with guns at the airport sticking people in quarantine when they show up. It does however make the powers that be feel good because the did something, or rather, told us to do something to save us all from ourselves. That said, don't fly into a village and think you'll be well received. There are still survivors of the real pandemic back in 1918 where entire villages were wiped out. Barrow survived because the locals met the planes with guns.

 

[Snyd]

Does anyone have confidence that Canada will do anything to lessen restriction before August? Heck some places have had like 5 cases and are still locked down. Pretty crazy with all the removal of restrictions from the US and Europe.

Don't count on it. Trudeau is a wack job. This so-called pandemic is a wet dream come true for a socialist lib like him (and others).

 

[oenanthe]

That said, don't fly into a village and think you'll be well received. There are still survivors of the real pandemic back in 1918 where entire villages were wiped out.

Really? There are 102+ year old survivors of the 1918 pandemic still living in the bush? I had no idea!

 

[Snyd]

Really? There are 102+ year old survivors of the 1918 pandemic still living in the bush? I had no idea!

Families/relatives,etc. ok. jeez... You know what I'm talking about.

 

[Blockcaver]

There are still survivors of the real pandemic back in 1918 where entire villages were wiped out. Barrow survived because the locals met the planes with guns.

Did Alaska really have air service to Barrow back in 1918? (I thought that it was mainly open cockpit bi-planes back in that era). Not being a wise guy, just curious about Alaskan aviation history. Thanks and good hunting in '20!

 

[Blockcaver]

There are still survivors of the real pandemic back in 1918 where entire villages were wiped out. Barrow survived because the locals met the planes with guns.

Did Alaska really have air service to Barrow back in 1918? (I thought that it was mainly open cockpit bi-planes back in that era with probably really short cruising range). Not being a wise guy, just curious about Alaskan aviation history. Thanks and good hunting in '20!

 

[Snyd]

They had armed people around the village. I probably typed to fast saying planes. 21st century brain also. The point is, they guarded their village with guys with guns to keep outsiders out, they did it once and they still remember and there has been talk of others in other villages doing it again if need be. I do know the locals in Dillingham aren't too happy about bringing in outsiders for the fishing season. I know some folks there.

 

[Kotaman]

I would consider Alaska's take as more than a "strong suggestion". In fact, this says it's a misdemeanor. Luckily, I think it will expire 6/2.

Regarding Canada, nobody has a clue. I've talked to a ton of outfitters the last two weeks from, BC to Yukon, to Manitoba to NWT. Everyone can speculate but no one has a clue as to what is going to happen come this fall. I've got a sheep hunt in the Yukon and my outfitter is not really optimistic that it is going to happen. Talked to another outfitter that said he thinks the Yukon is going to be a "go" this fall. What I did learn is that nobody knows anything with regard to this fall's hunting season yet.

 

[buzzy]

I would consider Alaska's take as more than a "strong suggestion". In fact, this says it's a misdemeanor. Luckily, I think it will expire 6/2.

Regarding Canada, nobody has a clue. I've talked to a ton of outfitters the last two weeks from, BC to Yukon, to Manitoba to NWT. Everyone can speculate but no one has a clue as to what is going to happen come this fall. I've got a sheep hunt in the Yukon and my outfitter is not really optimistic that it is going to happen. Talked to another outfitter that said he thinks the Yukon is going to be a "go" this fall. What I did learn is that nobody knows anything with regard to this fall's hunting season yet.

Summed up pretty darn well

 

[Snyd]

I would consider Alaska's take as more than a "strong suggestion". In fact, this says it's a misdemeanor. Luckily, I think it will expire 6/2.

Regarding Canada, nobody has a clue. I've talked to a ton of outfitters the last two weeks from, BC to Yukon, to Manitoba to NWT. Everyone can speculate but no one has a clue as to what is going to happen come this fall. I've got a sheep hunt in the Yukon and my outfitter is not really optimistic that it is going to happen. Talked to another outfitter that said he thinks the Yukon is going to be a "go" this fall. What I did learn is that nobody knows anything with regard to this fall's hunting season yet.

I haven't figured out when/where/how they get people to fill out that "Mandatory Declaration Form" I know someone that flew in last week and they were never given that form. I know of another that drove up after snowboarding this winter and at the border US Border Patrol said "I'm supposed to remind you to self evacuate for 14 days" No Mandatory Form.

 

[JFKinYK]

I'll try and be nice regarding NWT....

I asked the health officer last week if the NR season was going to be cancelled. I was told yes. If I was an outfitter, I'd start being strategic and thinking of ways and proposals to get an exemption. Exemptions are being used for people like vets, doctors and mine workers. Any exemption worth a look will likely increase their operating costs as well.

Every day more summer activities and fishing/tourism lodges are announcing closures. The border will stay closed all summer.

The outfitters don't seem like a strategic bunch, or else they'd realize you can't operate here like the south - where building a kingdom and walls to keep people out are the norm. The new north works on consultation and consensus, something they are lacking, and at times like this you can feel the deep divide.

And my last point - donating meat shouldn't be your sole strategy. This isn't Africa.

Anyway, I think in the end you may see some hunts offered, but at higher prices to cover extra flights and fuel and logistics. Some may think it's not worth it and close up shop completely for the season.

 

[Geetar]

I spoke with my outfitter today and told him if I had to drive to Alaska I would be there August 7th I have waited 63 years for this.

You go get em @C Bow. Can’t wait to see pics and read story of your Dall hunt.

 

[Rackmastr]

I haven't figured out when/where/how they get people to fill out that "Mandatory Declaration Form" I know someone that flew in last week and they were never given that form. I know of another that drove up after snowboarding this winter and at the border US Border Patrol said "I'm supposed to remind you to self evacuate for 14 days" No Mandatory Form.

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Its supposed to given by a BSO when they issue the 14 day quarantine order (verbally). The form is given to provide information, but the main 'order' is given verbally and then all information is recorded electronically. My guess is maybe the officer did not issue the form, however the quarantine order was still placed on the traveller. Hope that helps a bit. If you had a specific question shoot me a PM and might be able to help.

 

[Jac]

I live in BC Canada. They extended the border closure to non essential travel until June 21.

 

[Hookhunter75]

I'll try and be nice regarding NWT....

I asked the health officer last week if the NR season was going to be cancelled. I was told yes. If I was an outfitter, I'd start being strategic and thinking of ways and proposals to get an exemption. Exemptions are being used for people like vets, doctors and mine workers. Any exemption worth a look will likely increase their operating costs as well.

Every day more summer activities and fishing/tourism lodges are announcing closures. The border will stay closed all summer.

The outfitters don't seem like a strategic bunch, or else they'd realize you can't operate here like the south - where building a kingdom and walls to keep people out are the norm. The new north works on consultation and consensus, something they are lacking, and at times like this you can feel the deep divide.

And my last point - donating meat shouldn't be your sole strategy. This isn't Africa.

Anyway, I think in the end you may see some hunts offered, but at higher prices to cover extra flights and fuel and logistics. Some may think it's not worth it and close up shop completely for the season.

Was this in regards to entire hunting season or just the sheep season?